Madonna and Child in a Glory

Madonna and Child in a Glory

German 15th Century

1475

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a woman holding a small child. She wears a red robe with gold trim and a blue undergarment. The woman has a golden halo with a crown on her head, and the child wears a dark cloak. Behind them, a golden sunburst shape glows. The painting uses bright colors like red, blue, and gold, but it looks a little worn. The lines are sharp and simple, typical of woodcuts from this time. If you like this style, check out woodcut next.

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